A chance for you to give your views

Lincolnshire County Council began a streetlight transformation programme in April 2016, in a bid to save £1.7m per year from the £5m annual streetlighting budget. As a result of the changes, around 42,000 streetlights, mainly in residential areas, are now switched off between midnight and 6am.

A scrutiny panel of councillors is now carrying out a formal review into the impact of part-night lighting, looking at topics including:

the environment

crime rates

fears about safety and crime

emergency services

health and public health services

the impact on businesses and the night time economy

As part of this process they are asking local communities to share any evidence or feedback, both positive and negative, in relation to the impact of the introduction of part night streetlighting.

The scrutiny panel aims to seek views and evidence to help inform the outcome of the review. However, while this may include amendments to the policy, the available budget would not allow for a wholesale reversal of the changes.

To seek views and evidence they are promoting an online survey, which can be found at www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/streetlighting

Alternatively, feedback can be provided by calling 01522 782070, via emailing scrutiny@lincolnshire.gov.uk or by submitting in writing and posting to Democratic Services, Lincolnshire County Council, County Offices, Newland, Lincoln LN1 1YL.